Tag: cover letter
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How I Used Cover Letters to my Advantage in a Competitive Job Field
By Hannah Coleman, Operations Coordinator, Career Center Getting a cover letter right can be difficult, especially when the style and tone vary depending on the job and the company you are applying for. When cover letters are done well though, the payoff can be crucial to prompt employers to give your application more than just…
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Cover Letters: Media, Communication, Arts & Entertainment
By: Michael Elias, Media, Communication, Arts & Entertainment Career Community Advisor The idea of customizing a cover letter to each individual position you apply to can feel like a daunting task, particularly if you want to cast a wide net and apply to multiple roles. For students with an interest in Media, Communication, Arts &…
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Marketing Your Service Experiences to Potential Employers
By: Mackenzie Canfield, DePaul University English and sociology major ’17 and peer career advisor For many of us, service is a critical part of our experiences as DePaul students. It’s an opportunity to not only engage with various Chicago communities, but also build lasting, impactful relationships with individuals outside of our immediate DePaul networks. However,…
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The Cover Letter Conundrum
Every student I have advised over the years has presented a unique set a questions pertaining to the job search. But, there’s one topic that seems to confound even the most seasoned applicant: cover letters. A significant number of applications require a cover letter, yet there’s so much anxiety around how to craft one. In…
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